Christmas Time in San Antonio

It’s December in San Antonio and there are no shortages of family fun events to get even the grouchiest into the Christmas spirit. I couldn't possibly list everything so I’m only listing a few events that stand out to me. Happy Holidays from River Valley Real Estate!

RIVER WALK

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River Walk Ford Holiday Boat Caroling Nights. Starting December 4th through December 22nd every night from 6:30-9:30pm. Caroling groups from more than 185 schools, churches and civic organizations sing Christmas favorites while riding on decorated barges cruising up and down the river. Click here for more info on the Ford Boat Caroling

Also, along the River Walk enjoy The Fiesta de Las Luminarias, when 6,000 luminaries line the sidewalks symbolically marking the “lighting of the way” for the holy family. This is only the first three weekends in December (Fri., Sat. and Sun only)  starting at 6:30 until 10:00 pm. Click here for more info on luminarias

 

December 12th, Las Posadas "the inns" on the River walk starts at La Mansion Del Rio Hotel at 6:00pm. From what I have heard this is an incredible reenactment of Mary and Josephs journey to find shelter. Starting at the La Mansion Del Rio Hotel with a candle procession and then the journey begins and winds down along the river to the Ameson River Theater, after which there is a piñata party and other festivities. Click here for more on the Las Posadas

PEARL BREWERY

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The Annual Tamales! 40 different vendors sell  tamales while enjoying live music, arts and crafts. This start this Saturday the 7th 12:00-6:00 pm. Also, look for Santa on his very own decorated barge where you can tell him your wish list and get a picture!  More on Pearl Brewery events

THE LIGHT ENTHUSIAST

Santa’s Ranch. Pricey at $28.00 per car but with one million lights and over 100 displays it couldn't dissappoint! Located on Interstate 35 I mile south of San Marcos. http://www.santasranch.net/

Windcrest neighborhood nicknamed “City of Lights” during Christmas because entire blocks of homes decorate with elaborate lights. Opening Ceremony is December 14^th starting at 5:00. Enjoy a picture with Santa, hot chocolate, holiday outdoor movies and much much more! Don’t forget to get your neighborhood map which tells you which houses won in the different lighting categories. Free to public! Windcrest information

The University of the Incarnate Word, Light the Way is spectacular. Every tree surrounding this beautiful campus is lit creating a spectacular light show!

SAN ANTONIO MISSIONS

December 21st, The Mission San Jose presents Los Pastores. This Hispanic folk play depicts the shepherd’s journey to worship the Christ child. Free to public and begins at 7:00 pm

CHRISTMAS ENTERTAINMENT

The Majestic Theater has performances the entire month, it's best to visit their site but here I’ll mentions a few. For more info on times and dates click here!

 

The all-time classic "Nutcracker",  December 23rd and 30th

Holiday Pops Symphony, Dec 20th and  21st

Dr Seuss’ “How the Grinch stole Christmas” the musical, Dec 26-29th.

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